| amortize |
to deduct (expenditures) by fixed amounts over a period of time. |
| apprise |
to inform (often followed by "of"). |
| bilge |
the rounded part of a ship's hull between the bottom and the sides. |
| dissemble |
to disguise or hide behind a false semblance; conceal the true nature or state of. |
| ersatz |
serving as a substitute, especially when of inferior quality. |
| fealty |
faithfulness or loyalty. |
| imprimatur |
any official permission or sanction. |
| indemnity |
insurance against damage, loss, or liability. |
| jubilate |
to feel joyful; rejoice; exult. |
| knurled |
having small ridges. |
| lachrymose |
weeping, tending to weep readily, or being on the point of tears; tearful. |
| obtrusive |
aggressive and self-assertive, or inclined to be so. |
| opprobrious |
expressing condemnation or scorn; accusing of shameful behavior. |
| saturnine |
gloomy, sullen, or cynical in temperament or appearance. |
| scion |
an offspring or heir. |